Course Overview

Many employers require nutritionists who are registered with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) which is maintained by the AfN. Successful completion of this course will allow you to apply for direct entry to the register.

Nutrition is a broad field and previous graduates typically work in:

public health

community health

food/nutrition industries

private freelance practice

charities and voluntary organizations

research and development

sports nutrition

Careers and Employability - Student Services aims to deliver a service that is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.

We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University, and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, and extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications, and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.

Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.

General Eligibility

A minimum 2:2 honors degree or equivalent, in a biological/health science including components of biochemistry, is required.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic: 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any band)